Question

Who among the following is known as the 'father of renaissance' of Western India?

• A. B.M. Malabari
• B. M.G. Ranade
• C. R. G. Bhandarkar
• D. K.T. Telang

Answer 1

The correct option is B M.G. Ranade

M.G. Ranade was a great social reformer, scholar and author of India who is regarded as the "father of renaissance" of western India. He established the “Widow Marriage Association” in 1861 to encourage and popularize it Ranade founded the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha in 1870, to represent the Government, the aspiration of the people. He was strongly against caste system and untouchability.